KitchenAid Smoothtop Range Indicator Flashing: A Key Seems Pressed

What Indicator Flashing means

On KitchenAid electric smoothtop and induction ranges, such as the KSEG700ESS, KFEG500ESS or the induction KSIB900ESS, a flashing indicator on the cooktop means one or more keys are permanently pressed. The control sees a key held down even though no one is touching it. Make sure the cooktop controls are OFF, remove objects from the control area, and wipe away any debris from the panel.

Common causes of Indicator Flashing

One or more cooktop keys detected as permanently pressed
Objects or debris on the control area

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Turn all cooktop controls to OFF. 2. Remove anything lying on or near the control area, such as pans, towels or utensils. 3. Wipe the glass and keys clean and dry. 4. If the indicator keeps flashing, turn the range off at the breaker for a minute and call us if it returns.

! Why to stop there

A truly stuck key sits under the glass.
Liquid under the panel cannot be dried at home.
Our price is written first, and we give a 30-day warranty on repairs.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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What makes an indicator flash?

The control believes one or more keys are held down. Spills, objects or debris on the control area are common reasons, so cleaning and clearing the panel is the first step.

Is the cooktop safe to use?

Turn controls OFF and clean first. If the flashing continues, avoid using the cooktop and book a check, since a key that reads as pressed can interfere with normal control.

Does this apply to induction models too?

Yes, the cooktop section of smoothtop and induction ranges carries this indicator, so the same steps apply to the induction KSIB900ESS as to the smoothtop models.